When it comes to Volkswagen Sagittarius, many post-90s and even post-80s will return to the scene of childhood, a German car speeding by, becoming our earliest cognition of the car, which is deeply rooted in the mind of the impression, the achievement of the Volkswagen brand in the Chinese market status.
With the continuous iterative update of products, Volkswagen Sagittarius has become a model that witnesses the rapid development of China's automobile market, as a heavyweight product under FAW-Volkswagen, each of its generations of products continues to write its legend, from 2006 to now, Sagitar has gained the trust and support of 3.5 million users in China, and is a veritable weather vane in China's car market.
The 1.5T engine debuted and turned on the golden power again
It is not an exaggeration to say that Sagitar is the benchmark of China's A+ sedan, and every time it is renewed, it brings revolutionary changes. For example, in 2011, Sagitar brought a 1.6L engine, which made the smooth and direct power experience to the extreme.
For example, in 2014, Sagitar replaced the 1.6L engine with 1.4T, which not only greatly improved fuel economy, but also had a more explosive performance in terms of power output, allowing more people to experience the fun of "TSI+DSG". In 2022, under the background of energy conservation and environmental protection, Sagitar will take the lead in launching the EA211 EVO 1.5T engine in the Chinese market that takes into account both power and environmental protection.
To ask what are the highlights of this 1.5T engine, then the most advanced place of this engine is to take into account the power and environmental protection requirements as much as possible, and to meet the world's strict environmental protection and emission requirements. The engine's maximum power was increased to 160 hp, which was 10 horsepower compared to the current EA211's 1.4T engine, and the torque was still maintained at 250 Nm, which was the golden displacement of a small displacement engine, matching a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, bringing more excellent dynamic performance.
Although the displacement of this engine is improved by 1.4T, it is better in fuel economy, and the fuel saving efficiency is increased by 10%-15%, which means that the fuel consumption of 100 kilometers is about 0.5 liters more than that of the current 1.4T engine.
Fuel economy will be something we have to consider as international oil prices continue to rise, and the new Sagittarius with the new 1.5T engine will officially debut in May 2022.
Comparable to the space of a B-class car, it has become a model for family cars
A+ class products are to make up for the gap between the A-class and B-class models, especially in terms of space, A+ cars often have comparable to the space performance of B-class cars, from the new Sagittarius we can see that even better than some B-class cars space.
The wheelbase of the new Sagitar has reached 2731mm, and the body length has reached 4791mm, such a size has been comparable to many B-class cars on the market at present, and even better than many B-class car spaces on the rear-drive platform, such as Cadillac CT4 and other models, the larger space means that it is more in line with the needs of Chinese families, Chinese users' pursuit of comfort, the new Sagitar can be said to be a perfect fit, for Chinese consumers, it is simply too fragrant.
Thanks to the 2731mm wheelbase, the new Sagitar has a step-by-step rear space performance, bringing a more comfortable riding atmosphere, the family is happy, not crowded, spacious atmosphere. In addition, the new car is also equipped with panoramic sunroof and other configurations, which maximize the transparency of the interior and further enhance the comfort, in the car, you will experience another version of the warmth of home.
Intelligence has been upgraded again, which is more in line with the needs of young users
In the Chinese auto market in 2022, the single product of the car is no longer a simple means of transportation, it also has more attributes, such as the role of social platform attributes. The new car has been greatly adjusted and optimized in the interior, introducing a 12-inch floating central control screen for the first time, which meets the sense of technology in front of the eyes, with a full LCD instrument, so that the entire interior is full of scientific and technological atmosphere.
In addition, the new car has also been upgraded in terms of materials, further elevating product positioning and bringing a more comfortable car experience to the driver. In order to fully meet the aesthetic needs of consumers, the new car will provide three interior style options, reflecting the care for Chinese users in every detail. The new style of family-style three-frame steering wheel, combined with the air conditioning outlet that runs through the instrument, shows the calm style of the German car.
New exterior design, more avant-garde and stylish
Although it is a mid-term redesign, it is definitely a big replacement, the new Sagitar will adopt the design concept of "vast interstellar", the perfect integration of German industrial style and romantic art, bringing a more intense visual experience. The grille is larger in size, and the interior is filled with dot matrix chrome plating, which is matched with IQ.LIGHT intelligent matrix LED headlights on both sides to bring stronger visual impact and better enhance the sense of grade of the new car.
On the side of the body, through the tough waist line outline, the entire body is created to be more slender and stretched, thereby enhancing the aura of the whole vehicle. In addition, the new car also added exterior atmosphere lights to embellish, further enhance the sense of grade of the new car, when night falls, this car gives people a stronger sense of fashion, looks more like a B-class car.
The rear part of the car is also a highlight of the new car, the new Sagitar adopts a design that echoes the front of the car, every detail is improving the quality of the new car, the integrated rear surround, through chrome and bright black trim decoration, to create a higher sense of grade, further showing the modern aesthetic design, headlights also show its German identity.
Write at the end
The new Sagitar of the mid-term redesign, more like a comprehensive replacement of the product, the new exterior design, more intelligent interior design and a new power system, will push the new car to a new height, as the benchmark of China's A+ products, the new Sagitar with its own to flaunt, as the first domestic Volkswagen model equipped with 1.5T engine, will once again open a new journey in the Chinese market.
If you're planning to buy or change a car, the new Sagittarius, which is younger and more stable, smart and economical, is a good choice.